Stonewall Jackson Lake offers multiple public boat access points including ramps at Vandalia, Georgetown, Jacksonville, and Stonewall Jackson State Park, plus a car-top launch at Glady Fork, making it accessible for both motorboats and paddlers.

The 2,650-acre lake features 82 miles of shoreline with designated minimum-wake areas ideal for canoeing and kayaking, and Stonewall Resort State Park provides a 374-slip marina with boat rentals and water sports equipment.

The surrounding 18,000-acre Wildlife Management Area offers hiking and biking trails, with additional amenities including picnic facilities, visitor centers, and fishing access to tailwater areas.